Explore every episode of the podcast The Trouble with Sex
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| Flirting with Britany | 05 Nov 2026 | 00:40:12 | |
Join Dr. Tammy and her special guest as they get candid about their experience as a heterosexual man who also enjoys expressing their femininity and gender fluidity by cross-dressing as Britany. *Please excuse the audio glitches on this remote recording. OUR GUEST Britany is a successful psychotherapist and sculptor who has agreed to come on the show to talk about their experience as a cross dresser. Britany identifies as a heterosexual man and is a married father and grandfather. DR. TAMMY WANTS TO ANSWER YOUR QUESTIONS about Sex, Love & Relationship and help you with your Trouble with Sex. Send your questions to drtammy@thetroublewithsex.com. INTERESTED IN BECOMING A CERTIFIED SEX THERAPIST? Learn more about love, marriage, infidelity, monogamy and how to redefine your commitment to each other in Dr. Tammy's TEDX talk - The New Monogamy. Instagram @thetroublewithsex and doctor_tammynelson | |||
| Brave Love, Great Sex | 22 Oct 2026 | 00:38:57 | |
Do you and your partner have different needs when it comes to intimacy? Does one of you crave emotional intimacy while the other expresses themselves better in the bedroom? Dr. Tammy sits down with therapists and podcast hosts, Laurie Watson and George Faller to talk about how to navigate desire discrepancy, different attachment styles, building a stronger connection, and their book Brave Love, Great Sex. OUR GUESTS LAURIE WATSON, PhD, LMFT, AASECT Certified Sex Therapist and ICEEFT Certified Emotionally Focused Therapist, has spent thirty-five years working exclusively with couples’ emotional and sexual struggles. Author of Wanting Sex Again: How to Rekindle Desire and Heal a Sexless Marriage, she is also the founder/director of Awakenings Center for Couples and Sex Therapy, a group practice in Raleigh, North Carolina, where she offers clinical intensives for couples seeking accelerated change. Laurie is internationally recognized as a leading expert and teacher of sexual attachment. GEORGE FALLER, LMFT, is a renowned trainer of couples therapists in Emotionally Focused Therapy, as well as a sought-after supervisor and therapist. With experience as a New York firefighter during 9/11, George teaches therapists how to stay calm and deescalate high-conflict couples. His online training platform, Success In Vulnerability, has trained thousands of therapists and he travels across the globe providing tactical skills for couples to create the connections they deserve. *Also check Laurie & George's Podcast Brave Love, Great Sex – Couple’s Therapy for Lasting Connection. DR. TAMMY WANTS TO ANSWER YOUR QUESTIONS about Sex, Love & Relationship and help you with your Trouble with Sex. Send your questions to drtammy@thetroublewithsex.com. INTERESTED IN BECOMING A CERTIFIED SEX THERAPIST? Learn more about love, marriage, infidelity, monogamy and how to redefine your commitment to each other in Dr. Tammy's TEDX talk - The New Monogamy. Instagram @thetroublewithsex and doctor_tammynelson | |||
| Disarming the Narcissist | 29 Sep 2026 | 00:46:56 | |
Dr. Tammy talks with narcissism expert Wendy Behary about the complicated dance between the narcissist and the people who love them—how to recognize the traits and distinguish between other potential issues, change old patterns and find the courage to trust your instincts. OUR GUEST Wendy T Behary is a therapist, author, and internationally recognized expert in narcissism and Schema Therapy, with more than 30 years of experience helping people navigate difficult relationships. She’s also the author of the international bestseller Disarming the Narcissist, now in its third edition and translated into 16 languages. Wendy is the founder and director of The Cognitive Therapy Center of New Jersey and The Schema Therapy Institutes of NJ-NYC-DC. In edition to treating clients, she has been training professionals and supervising psychotherapists for more than 20 years. She is a founding fellow and consulting supervisor for The Academy of Cognitive Therapy (Aaron T. Beck’s Institute). Wendy served as the President of the Executive Board of the International Society of Schema Therapy (ISST) from 2010-2014 and served as the Training and Certification Coordinator for the ISST Executive Board from 2008-2010. She currently serves as President of the Executive Board for the Jeff Young Schema Therapy Association. Her work industry business speaking engagements focus on interpersonal conflict resolution. Wendy's private practice is primarily devoted to treating narcissists, their partners and the people dealing with them. Her work isn’t just about understanding narcissists—it’s about understanding the people who love them, live with them, work with them, and sometimes find themselves wondering, “Wait…is it me?” DR. TAMMY WANTS TO ANSWER YOUR QUESTIONS about Sex, Love & Relationship and help you with your Trouble with Sex. Send your questions to drtammy@thetroublewithsex.com. INTERESTED IN BECOMING A CERTIFIED SEX THERAPIST? Learn more about love, marriage, infidelity, monogamy and how to redefine your commitment to each other in Dr. Tammy's TEDX talk - The New Monogamy. Instagram @thetroublewithsex and doctor_tammynelson | |||
| Pair-A-Docs Talks the L Word | 11 Sep 2026 | 00:52:25 | |
The Trouble with Sex is thrilled to introduce Dr. Tammy's podcast Pair-A-Docs, which she co-hosts with acclaimed OB/GYN, Dr. Sherry Ross. In this episode, the two Docs talk with actors and LGBTQ+ Icons, Kate Moennig & Leisha Hailey about their friendship, their podcast PANTS, their new cocktail BIGYAY, and their life changing experience working on the hit show The L Word. MORE ABOUT PAIR-A-DOCS Dr. Sherry Ross and Dr. Tammy Nelson pull back the curtain on sex, relationships, mental health, trauma, men's health, cancer, and everything in between — with the guests you didn't expect and the conversations you actually need. DR. TAMMY WANTS TO ANSWER YOUR QUESTIONS about Sex, Love & Relationship and help you with your Trouble with Sex. Send your questions to drtammy@thetroublewithsex.com. INTERESTED IN BECOMING A CERTIFIED SEX THERAPIST? Learn more about love, marriage, infidelity, monogamy and how to redefine your commitment to each other in Dr. Tammy's TEDX talk - The New Monogamy. Instagram @thetroublewithsex and doctor_tammynelson | |||
| RE-RELEASE: What Is Your Blueprint for Pleasure? | 31 Aug 2026 | 00:45:19 | |
Dr. Tammy talks with Jaiya, the award-winning somatic sexologist and author of Your Blueprint for Pleasure, about how discovering what turns you on can help you take control of your pleasure, have amazing sex, rekindle the spark in the bedroom, heal past trauma, and empower your relationship and your spirit. Re-listen or enjoy for the first time - then take the Quiz to find out your Sexual Blueprint! DR. TAMMY WANTS TO ANSWER YOUR QUESTIONS about Sex, Love & Relationship and help you with your Trouble with Sex. Send your questions to drtammy@thetroublewithsex.com. Jaiya is also the Founder of the The Erotic Blueprint Breakthrough™ . For over three decades, Jaiya has been immersed in the study of turn-ons, ancient erotic rituals, tantric sex, mastery of sensual touch, pure erotic play, kinky dynamics, and the biology and psychology of attraction and sexual fulfillment. She works with all kinds of bodies and sexual orientations, and through observation and clinical research, she discovered the Erotic Blueprint™, a map of arousal that reveals one’s specific erotic language and patterning and helps create a path forward to greater sexual fulfillment. INTERESTED IN BECOMING a CERTIFIED SEX THERAPIST? · Learn more about love, marriage, monogamy and how to redefine your commitment to each other in Dr. Tammy's TEDX talk - The New Monogamy Instagram @thetroublewithsex and doctor_tammynelson | |||
| RE-RELEASE: How Anxiety Affects You & Your Relationships | 06 Aug 2026 | 00:53:44 | |
Dr. Tammy explores the rise of anxiety in our culture, and its impact on our closest relationships. Learn tools to reconnect with yourself and your partner, communicate better, and find calm amid the chaos. DR. TAMMY WANTS TO ANSWER YOUR QUESTIONS about Sex, Love & Relationship and help you with your Trouble with Sex. Send your questions to drtammy@thetroublewithsex.com. INTERESTED IN BECOMING A CERTIFIED SEX THERAPIST? Learn more about love, marriage, infidelity, monogamy and how to redefine your commitment to each other in Dr. Tammy's TEDX talk - The New Monogamy. Instagram @thetroublewithsex and doctor_tammynelson | |||
| Breaking Through Emotional Patterns To Improve Our Relationships | 27 Jul 2026 | 00:49:13 | |
Dr. Tammy sits down with psychoanalyst and certified sex therapist Juliane Maxwald to explore the hidden emotional patterns shaping our relationships, why talking about sex can feel so difficult, and how breaking through those barriers can create deeper intimacy, connection, and understanding. OUR GUEST Juliane Maxwald is a licensed psychoanalyst, couples therapist, and an AASECT certified Sex Therapist with more than two decades of experience helping individuals and couples navigate challenges such as low desire, infidelity, anxiety, burnout, and compulsive behaviors. Her work focuses not only on symptom relief, but on uncovering the deeper emotional patterns that shape how we love, work, and connect. Juliane serves on the faculty of the New York Graduate School of Psychoanalysis and the Institute for Contemporary Psychoanalysis, where she teaches, supervises, and mentors clinicians across the country. She is also the author of two recently published books:Psychoanalytic Sex Therapy: Exploring the Unconscious Life of Sexuality - a clinician's guide to working with erotic symptoms, fantasy, trauma, and relational repair; AND Talking About Sex: A Guide to Confidence, Connection and Communication - a practical and compassionate guide designed to help individuals and couples build greater confidence, connection, and communication around sexuality. DR. TAMMY WANTS TO ANSWER YOUR QUESTIONS about Sex, Love & Relationship and help you with your Trouble with Sex. Send your questions to drtammy@thetroublewithsex.com. INTERESTED IN BECOMING A CERTIFIED SEX THERAPIST? Learn more about love, marriage, infidelity, monogamy and how to redefine your commitment to each other in Dr. Tammy's TEDX talk - The New Monogamy. Instagram @thetroublewithsex and doctor_tammynelson | |||
| A Mother's Past & A Daughter's Journey | 09 Jul 2026 | 00:47:06 | |
What happens when a daughter discovers the truth about her mother's secret past? Dr. Tammy sits down with journalist and author Tracy Clark-Flory to discuss her powerful memoir, My Mother’s Daughter: Finding Myself in My Family’s Fractured Past. From meeting her sister to peeling back layers of shame, grief, and silence, Tracy shares how reclaiming the past helped to unite her family and heal the wounds they inherited. OUR GUEST Tracy Clark-Flory is a journalist, essayist and author. Her first memoir, Want Me: A Sex Writer’s Journey into the Heart of Desire, was an NPR Best Book of the Year. She has written for Cosmopolitan, The Cut, ELLE, Esquire, Marie Claire, Glamour, The Guardian, The Washington Post, WIRED, Women’s Health, and many others. Previously, she was a senior staff writer at Jezebel and a staff writer at Salon. She writes a weekly newsletter and cohosts Dire Straights, a feminist podcast critiquing hetero love, sex, politics, and culture. *ORDER MY MOTHER'S DAUGHTER NOW! *Explore More of Tracy's Work: Newsletter I Podcast I Website I Instagram I WANT ME DR. TAMMY WANTS TO ANSWER YOUR QUESTIONS about Sex, Love & Relationship and help you with your Trouble with Sex. Send your questions to drtammy@thetroublewithsex.com. INTERESTED IN BECOMING A CERTIFIED SEX THERAPIST? Learn more about love, marriage, infidelity, monogamy and how to redefine your commitment to each other in Dr. Tammy's TEDX talk - The New Monogamy. Instagram @thetroublewithsex and doctor_tammynelson | |||
| The New Rules of Women's Health | 25 Jun 2026 | 00:47:55 | |
Women’s health is finally a mainstream conversation—but along with it has come access to an overwhelming amount of advice, trends, and misinformation. Dr. Tammy talks with health journalist Meghan Rabbitt about her book, The New Rules of Women's Health, and how women can cut through the social media noise, understand the latest science, ask the right questions, and make informed decisions about their bodies, sex lives and life choices. OUR GUEST Meghan Rabbitt is an award-winning journalist and author of The New Rules of Women’s Health: Your Guide to Thriving at Every Age. She specializes in writing about women’s health and wellness, and her work has appeared in many national publications, including Women’s Health, Oprah Daily, Prevention, Maria Shriver’s Sunday Paper. She’s known for translating complex medical and scientific topics into clear, actionable information—and for telling stories that help readers better understand their bodies, their health, and themselves. DR. TAMMY WANTS TO ANSWER YOUR QUESTIONS about Sex, Love & Relationship and help you with your Trouble with Sex. Send your questions to drtammy@thetroublewithsex.com. INTERESTED IN BECOMING A CERTIFIED SEX THERAPIST? Learn more about love, marriage, infidelity, monogamy and how to redefine your commitment to each other in Dr. Tammy's TEDX talk - The New Monogamy. Instagram @thetroublewithsex and doctor_tammynelson | |||
| The Sure Thing - Creating a Pleasure Practice | 12 Jun 2026 | 00:52:15 | |
Dr. Tammy talks with sensuality mentor and author of The Sure Thing: A Pleasure Practice to Revive the Spark about empowering your sex life, strengthening your relationship, liberating yourself - and all about the 13 Moon Mystery School. GUEST Elana Auerbach is a mentor, activist, author, and the founder of Sensuelle: A Woman’s Journey into Sensuality — a transformational program designed to help women reconnect with their bodies, authentic voice, and passion. After building what looked like the “perfect” life — graduating Phi Beta Kappa from UCLA, working on Wall Street, and marrying someone with whom she felt no chemistry, Elana realized she had been living disconnected from herself. In 2001, she made the life-changing decision to leave her marriage and begin a deeply personal journey into sensuality, embodiment, and authentic connection. Since then, she has spent more than two decades guiding women and couples into deeper intimacy, pleasure, and self-awareness. An ordained priestess through the Sanctuary of the 13 Moon Mystery School, Elana taught feminine mystery work for over a decade and has become a trusted voice in conversations around sexuality, relationships, and personal liberation. Her latest book, The Sure Thing, was inspired by her own long-term relationship and the real-life challenges of keeping intimacy alive over time — offering a practical and transformative approach to creating lasting sexual connection. DR. TAMMY WANTS TO ANSWER YOUR QUESTIONS about Sex, Love & Relationship and help you with your Trouble with Sex. Send your questions to drtammy@thetroublewithsex.com. INTERESTED IN BECOMING A CERTIFIED SEX THERAPIST? Learn more about love, marriage, infidelity, monogamy and how to redefine your commitment to each other in Dr. Tammy's TEDX talk - The New Monogamy. Instagram @thetroublewithsex and doctor_tammynelson | |||
| The Practice of Staying Open to Love | 28 May 2026 | 00:45:39 | |
Dr. Tammy talks with relationship and sex therapist Todd Baratz about sex, the role generational trauma plays in relationships and how to stay open to love while working on yourself and navigating the modern dating world. GUEST Todd Baratz is a certified psychotherapist and sex therapist, dedicated to fostering open dialogues about culture, relationships, and sexuality. Holding a Bachelor's degree in Cultural Psychology from New York University and a Master's degree in Mental Health Counseling from the University of Miami, Todd is based in both New York City and operates a private practice that serves as a hub for individuals and couples seeking guidance in navigating the complexities of life, relationships, and personal development. He is also a passionate advocate for LGBTQ+ rights. Todd created the viral sensation Your Diagnonsense, a Substack, Instagram account, and podcast that focuses on brutally honest, unfiltered insights into relationships, sex, and mental health, often challenging modern "wellness" trends and conventional therapy. His latest book, How to Love Someone without Losing Your Mind is a sanity-saving guide that cuts through the sky-high expectations of modern love and helps you build healthier and more fulfilling relationships. Instagram account: YourDiagnonsense DR. TAMMY WANTS TO ANSWER YOUR QUESTIONS about Sex, Love & Relationship and help you with your Trouble with Sex. Send your questions to drtammy@thetroublewithsex.com. INTERESTED IN BECOMING A CERTIFIED SEX THERAPIST? Learn more about love, marriage, infidelity, monogamy and how to redefine your commitment to each other in Dr. Tammy's TEDX talk - The New Monogamy. Instagram @thetroublewithsex and doctor_tammynelson | |||
| How Do You Like It? | 14 May 2026 | 00:47:05 | |
Dr. Tammy talks with professor, podcast host and writer, Dr. Tara Suwinyattichaiporn about the changing landscape of sex, porn and how millennials and Gen Zers are learning to ask How Do You Like It? OUR GUEST Dr. Tara is a tenured professor of relational and sexual communication, and quantitative research at California State University Fullerton. She is an award-winning researcher, TV Sexpert on Celebs Go Dating, columnist on Women’s Health Magazine with her own column 'Sexplore with Dr. Tara’, and the host of Luvbites Podcast - that focuses on sexual wellness and sexploration. She’s also the new co-host of LOVELINE, the iconic radio show. Her work has been featured in ABC News, KTLA, Forbes, Cosmopolitan, Women’s Health Magazine, Insider, and various media outlets. Her book How Do You Like It? A Guide to Getting What You Want (in Bed), is available now. DR. TAMMY WANTS TO ANSWER YOUR QUESTIONS about Sex, Love & Relationship and help you with your Trouble with Sex. Send your questions to drtammy@thetroublewithsex.com. INTERESTED IN BECOMING A CERTIFIED SEX THERAPIST? Learn more about love, marriage, infidelity, monogamy and how to redefine your commitment to each other in Dr. Tammy's TEDX talk - The New Monogamy. Instagram @thetroublewithsex and doctor_tammynelson | |||
| Unhitched - Navigating Divorce to Emerge Stronger | 30 Apr 2026 | 00:46:38 | |
From the decision to separate, to co-parenting, to embracing the next chapter, Dr. Tammy sits down with therapist and author Oona Metz to discuss the emotional journey of divorce and her book - Unhitched: The Essential Divorce Guide for Women. OUR GUEST Oona Metz is an author, Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, a Certified Group Psychotherapist, and a Fellow of the American Group Psychotherapy Association. Oona has 30 years of experience working with individuals, families, and groups. She is active on numerous committees and boards related to group therapy - prioritizing ongoing learning, diversity, equity, and inclusion. Her book, Unhitched: The Essential Divorce Guide for Women is an invaluable resource for anyone navigating divorce and the loss of a marriage. RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE DR. TAMMY WANTS TO ANSWER YOUR QUESTIONS about Sex, Love & Relationship and help you with your Trouble with Sex. Send your questions to drtammy@thetroublewithsex.com. INTERESTED IN BECOMING A CERTIFIED SEX THERAPIST? Learn more about love, marriage, infidelity, monogamy and how to redefine your commitment to each other in Dr. Tammy's TEDX talk - The New Monogamy. Instagram @thetroublewithsex and doctor_tammynelson | |||
| Sex & Psychedelics | 16 Apr 2026 | 00:54:02 | |
Psychedelics aren’t just a trend—they’re opening doors to pleasure, healing, and deeper connection. In this episode, Dr. Tammy talks with therapist and educator Dee Dee Goldpaugh to explore how these powerful tools are being used to help people heal, and how to experience what's possible in a safe, therapeutic setting. OUR GUEST Dee Dee Goldpaugh is a licensed psychotherapist, clinical consultant, educator, and author. They serve as the Women, Gender Diversity, and Sexual Minorities Advisor for the Chacruna Institute and are the Clinical Director of Chrysalis Integrative Psychotherapy. Dee Dee is also a member of the ketamine-assisted psychotherapy team at the Woodstock Therapy Center in Woodstock, NY. Dee Dee is a frequent presenter at international conferences, including Psychedelic Science, Psychedelic Culture, and the Interdisciplinary Conference on Psychedelic Research (ICPR). Their writing explores psychedelics and sexuality, gender, queer issues, trauma, and spirituality, and has appeared in both popular media and academic publications. They are a featured author in Queering Psychedelics: From Oppression to Liberation in Psychedelic Medicine and authored the first academic journal article outlining specific techniques to support sexual trauma survivors during psychedelic integration. Dee Dee is also the author of Embrace Pleasure: How Psychedelics Can Heal Our Sexuality. Published by Simon and Schuster/Inner Tradition, in 2025, this is the first book to explore the intersection of sexuality, spirituality, and psychedelic healing. RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE DR. TAMMY WANTS TO ANSWER YOUR QUESTIONS about Sex, Love & Relationship and help you with your Trouble with Sex. Send your questions to drtammy@thetroublewithsex.com. INTERESTED IN BECOMING A CERTIFIED SEX THERAPIST? Learn more about love, marriage, infidelity, monogamy and how to redefine your commitment to each other in Dr. Tammy's TEDX talk - The New Monogamy. Instagram @thetroublewithsex and doctor_tammynelson | |||
| What's True About You | 27 Mar 2026 | 00:55:57 | |
Dr. Tammy speaks with psychotherapist and bestselling author Katherine Woodward Thomas about her latest book, What's True About You, and how we can outgrow who we've known ourselves to be for the possibility of who we might become - and what we can create moving forward. OUR GUEST Katherine Woodward Thomas is a licensed therapist, author, educator, and a recognized pioneer in transformational psychology. She is the New York Times bestselling author of Calling in “The One” and Conscious Uncoupling. Katherine has taught hundreds of thousands in her virtual and in-person programs, and trained thousands of professionals in her methods. Her latest book, What's True About You: 7 Steps to Move Beyond Your Painful Past and Manifest Your Brightest Future is available now. RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE Love Between Equals by Pepper Schwartz, PhD DR. TAMMY WANTS TO ANSWER YOUR QUESTIONS about Sex, Love & Relationship and help you with your Trouble with Sex. Send your questions to drtammy@thetroublewithsex.com. INTERESTED IN BECOMING A CERTIFIED SEX THERAPIST? Learn more about love, marriage, infidelity, monogamy and how to redefine your commitment to each other in Dr. Tammy's TEDX talk - The New Monogamy. Instagram @thetroublewithsex and doctor_tammynelson | |||
| The Power of Interoception Informed Therapy | 12 Mar 2026 | 00:48:25 | |
Dr. Tammy speaks with psychotherapist and trauma specialist Tracy Jarvis about evidence-based Interoception Therapy, trauma healing, and the mind–body connection. They explore how developing awareness of the body’s emotional signals can support personal growth, emotional regulation, and healthier relationships. OUR GUEST Tracy Jarvis is a renowned psychotherapist, trainer, and consultant with over 20 years of experience in the fields of psychology and mental health. Specialising in neuroscience and trauma, Tracy combines a rigorous academic foundation with over 25 years of yoga and movement practice, bringing a deeply embodied and neurobiological perspective to her clinical and teaching work. Tracy is also the co-developer of the new Psychology and Trauma MSc at University College London. She is the Founder and former Managing Director of PESI UK (previously Psychotherapy Excellence), a not-for-profit organisation and the largest clinical content provider in the UK and Europe. In addition, Tracy is part of the Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Institute training team and has a specialist private practice in PTSD, complex trauma, and trauma-related issues/ diagnosis. She teaches, advises, and consults on trauma and clinical strategy for various organisations worldwide, as well as for TV and film, emphasising the importance of a bi-directional approach to treating psychological trauma. DR. TAMMY WANTS TO ANSWER YOUR QUESTIONS about Sex, Love & Relationship and help you with your Trouble with Sex. Send your questions to drtammy@thetroublewithsex.com. INTERESTED IN BECOMING A CERTIFIED SEX THERAPIST? Learn more about love, marriage, infidelity, monogamy and how to redefine your commitment to each other in Dr. Tammy's TEDX talk - The New Monogamy. Instagram @thetroublewithsex and doctor_tammynelson | |||
| Passion & Presence | 23 Feb 2026 | 00:56:19 | |
Dr. Tammy talks with experiential and sex therapist Maci Daye about how to use mindfulness and the methods of Hakomi Therapy to break away from past experiences and patterns to help avoid reenacting them in our current relationships and sex lives. GUEST BIO: Maci Daye is a force in the world of mindful somatic therapy. She’s a Licensed Professional Counselor, an AASECT-certified Sex Therapist, and a Certified Hakomi Therapist with over 20 years of clinical experience. Her background spans university counseling, social services, and government work, supported by graduate degrees from Harvard University and Georgia State University, plus advanced Somatic Experiencing training developed by Peter Levine. Maci is also a faculty member at the Hakomi Institute and a Mentor Trainer for Hakomi Mallorca, where she trains therapists in the art of mindful somatic psychotherapy. She’s the author of Passion and Presence: A Couple’s Guide to Awakened Intimacy and Mindful Sex and leads transformative couples’ retreats and professional trainings in Mindful Couples Sex Therapy. Her mission is simple and powerful: to help individuals and couples live more connected, vibrant lives by claiming their desires and expressing their deepest gifts. DR. TAMMY WANTS TO ANSWER YOUR QUESTIONS about Sex, Love & Relationship and help you with your Trouble with Sex. Send your questions to drtammy@thetroublewithsex.com. INTERESTED IN BECOMING A CERTIFIED SEX THERAPIST? Learn more about love, marriage, infidelity, monogamy and how to redefine your commitment to each other in Dr. Tammy's TEDX talk - The New Monogamy. Instagram @thetroublewithsex and doctor_tammynelson | |||
| Navigating Neurodiverse Relationships | 09 Feb 2026 | 00:51:51 | |
Dr. Tammy talks with therapist and Autism Specialist, Kory Andreas, about what neurodivergence really means, how it shapes our connections, and how broadening our awareness can deepen the bonds with those we love. GUEST BIO: Kory Andreas is a Clinical Social Worker, Autism Specialist, and late-diagnosed Autistic adult who works exclusively with Neurodivergent adults and couples. After two decades as a School Social Worker, she is now in private practice, offering diagnostic assessments and therapy grounded in the lived experience and “practice-based evidence” of late diagnosed Autistic adults. Kory’s work with individuals, couples, as well as training clinicians, dives into the messy, often-overlooked realities of high-masking Autism, especially in women and gender-diverse adults who are frequently misunderstood or missed entirely. Kory’s goal is to better support Neurodivergent clients and help late-diagnosed Autistic adults feel less alone. DR. TAMMY WANTS TO ANSWER YOUR QUESTIONS about Sex, Love & Relationship and help you with your Trouble with Sex. Send your questions to drtammy@thetroublewithsex.com. INTERESTED IN BECOMING A CERTIFIED SEX THERAPIST? Learn more about love, marriage, infidelity, monogamy and how to redefine your commitment to each other in Dr. Tammy's TEDX talk - The New Monogamy. Instagram @thetroublewithsex and doctor_tammynelson | |||
| Love By Design | 23 Jan 2026 | 00:53:50 | |
Dr. Tammy sits down with Dr. Sara Nasserzadeh to discuss the challenges of modern relationships, the difference between sexual chemistry and harmony, desire vs attraction, and her new book - Love by Design: 6 Ingredients to build a lifetime of love. GUEST BIO: Dr. Sara Nasserzadeh is an award-winning social psychologist, TED Speaker, global thought leader. Her mission is nothing less than world peace, built one relationship at a time. She ahs advised governments around the world, UN agencies, leading universities, and Fortune 500 companies, helping people navigate intimacy, leadership, and culture with clarity and compassion. She’s the author of the acclaimed book Love by Design: 6 Ingredients to Build a Lifetime of Love. Her work spans more than 40 countries and has been featured on NPR, the BBC, ABC, CNN, CNBC, The New York Times, The Times, and USA Today. A true trailblazer, Sara has shaped the field of relational science and earned honors from the British Council, the BBC World Service, Pfizer, and AASECT for her innovation and professional impact. DR. TAMMY WANTS TO ANSWER YOUR QUESTIONS about Sex, Love & Relationship and help you with your Trouble with Sex. Send your questions to drtammy@thetroublewithsex.com. INTERESTED IN BECOMING A CERTIFIED SEX THERAPIST? Learn more about love, marriage, infidelity, monogamy and how to redefine your commitment to each other in Dr. Tammy's TEDX talk - The New Monogamy. Instagram @thetroublewithsex and doctor_tammynelson | |||
| Regulating Your Nervous System Through Resilience Informed Therapy | 12 Jan 2026 | 00:43:03 | |
Dr. Tammy talks with Dr. Arielle Schwartz about Resilience Informed Therapy, Polyvagal Theory and how connecting to your body can rewire your nervous system to help heal from trauma and deeper connection with ourselves and those we love. GUEST BIO Renowned speaker, author, and esteemed clinical psychologist, Dr. Arielle Schwartz has been widely recognized for her research and clinical advancements in trauma treatment, which have shaped the landscape of trauma recovery and elevated the standard of care all across therapeutic settings. DR. TAMMY WANTS TO ANSWER YOUR QUESTIONS about Sex, Love & Relationship and help you with your Trouble with Sex. Send your questions to drtammy@thetroublewithsex.com. INTERESTED IN BECOMING A CERTIFIED SEX THERAPIST? Learn more about love, marriage, infidelity, monogamy and how to redefine your commitment to each other in Dr. Tammy's TEDX talk - The New Monogamy. Instagram @thetroublewithsex and doctor_tammynelson | |||
| Men: Communication, Same-Sex Marriage and the Complexities of Masculinity | 19 Dec 2025 | 01:04:37 | |
Dr. Tammy talks with relationship therapist, podcaster, and author Rick Miller, about how men communicate, what masculinity means for both queer and straight men, and why open relationships are an old school concept - if not the norm in the gay world. OUR GUEST Rick Miller is a practicing psychotherapist and founder and executive director of Gay Sons And Mothers. Rick co-hosts of the podcast Modern Couples: What Your Therapist Never Told You. His TEDx talk, The Mother Factor, grew out of his work with his nonprofit, which shares worldwide narratives of gay men and their mothers to support LGBTQ+ training and awareness. Rick is also the executive producer of the documentary film, “Mom, I Have Something to Tell You”. He is a frequent speaker at conferences for a myriad of academic and professional organizations and author of three books. He writes a regular column for Psychology Today. FREE OFFER! Want to re-ignite your sex life? Start your Erotic Recovery with Dr. Tammy's Six Weeks to Erotic Recovery for Singles e-book. Email drtammy@thetroublewithsex.com, and we will send you your free e-book! DR. TAMMY WANTS TO ANSWER YOUR QUESTIONS about Sex, Love & Relationship and help you with your Trouble with Sex. Send your questions to drtammy@thetroublewithsex.com. INTERESTED IN BECOMING A CERTIFIED SEX THERAPIST? Learn more about love, marriage, infidelity, monogamy and how to redefine your commitment to each other in Dr. Tammy's TEDX talk - The New Monogamy. Instagram @thetroublewithsex and doctor_tammynelson | |||
| Healing Relationships After Trauma | 04 Dec 2025 | 00:58:15 | |
Dr. Tammy talks with Dr. Kate Truitt about her healing journey after a devastating car accident. Together, they explore fear, intimacy, expectations, and how gentle touch can help create a safe space while igniting connection and intimacy with your partner after a traumatic experience. OUR GUEST Dr. Kate Truitt is an esteemed clinical psychologist and neuroscientist - globally recognized for her trauma, stress, and resilience expertise. As founder of the Truitt Institute, Dr. Truitt integrates cutting-edge neuroscience into mental health training and seminars. She also leads Dr. Kate Truitt & Associates and serves as CEO of both the Amy Research Foundation and the Trauma Counseling Center of Los Angeles. An essential part of the Goldie Hawn Foundation’s MindUP Scientific Advisory Committee, Dr. Truitt passionately advocates for mental health literacy and empowerment. As the international bestselling author of Healing in Your Hands and Keep Breathing, Dr. Truitt is dedicated to advancing the treatment of trauma and stress disorders, making significant strides in destigmatizing mental health and fostering resilience worldwide. FREE OFFER! Want to re-ignite your sex life? Start your Erotic Recovery with Dr. Tammy's Six Weeks to Erotic Recovery for Singles e-book. Email drtammy@thetroublewithsex.com, and we will send you your free e-book! DR. TAMMY WANTS TO ANSWER YOUR QUESTIONS about Sex, Love & Relationship and help you with your Trouble with Sex. Send your questions to drtammy@thetroublewithsex.com. INTERESTED IN BECOMING A CERTIFIED SEX THERAPIST? Learn more about love, marriage, infidelity, monogamy and how to redefine your commitment to each other in Dr. Tammy's TEDX talk - The New Monogamy. Instagram @thetroublewithsex and doctor_tammynelson | |||
| Reignite Your Desire | 13 Nov 2025 | 00:56:10 | |
Has stress in your life killed your mojo? Do you feel disconnected from pleasure or your partner? Dr. Tammy sits down with sex therapist and host of the Sexology Podcast, Dr. Nazanin Moali, to discuss how trauma and stress reshape desire, and how to reclaim your sensuality and erotic connection with your partner. OUR GUEST Dr. Nazanin Moali is a Clinical Psychologist, Dr. Nazanin Moali is a sex and relationship expert who helps individuals and couples improve their sex lives to achieve passionate connections with their partners. Her top rated Sexology Podcast has over an impressive 500 episodes. Each week, Dr. Nazanin Moali interviews experts, psychologists and researchers to explore the most intriguing findings in psychology of sex and intimacy. Dr. Moali launched a similar, highly-rated podcast in Farsi in 2016. She has extensive training in treatment of eating disorders and addiction from some of the nation’s leading experts. She is a published researcher who regularly speaks at major universities and international conferences. She is also a media advisor for local television shows. FREE OFFER! Want to re-ignite your sex life? Start your Erotic Recovery with Dr. Tammy's Six Weeks to Erotic Recovery for Singles e-book. Email drtammy@thetroublewithsex.com, and we will send you your free e-book! DR. TAMMY WANTS TO ANSWER YOUR QUESTIONS about Sex, Love & Relationship and help you with your Trouble with Sex. Send your questions to drtammy@thetroublewithsex.com. INTERESTED IN BECOMING A CERTIFIED SEX THERAPIST? Learn more about love, marriage, infidelity, monogamy and how to redefine your commitment to each other in Dr. Tammy's TEDX talk - The New Monogamy. Instagram @thetroublewithsex and doctor_tammynelson | |||
| How Resource Tapping & EMDR Based Treatments Help Heal Trauma | 30 Oct 2025 | 00:57:21 | |
Dr. Tammy shares the trauma of her recent assault with the leading expert on EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) and Resource Tapping, Dr. Laurel Parnell. Together they explore how these therapies can rewire the brain to help heal trauma, restore balance and improve relationships. OUR GUEST Laurel Parnell, Ph.D., is a clinical psychologist and Executive Director of the Parnell Institute and co-director of the non-profit Trauma Assistance Program International (TAP-IN). One of the world’s leading experts on Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), she is the originator of the EMDR-related therapies Attachment-Focused EMDR and Resource Tapping. Since 1995 she has trained thousands of clinicians in EMDR both nationally and internationally. Dr. Parnell is the author of several books and demonstration videos on EMDR, including, Attachment-Focused EMDR: Healing Relational Trauma, (W.W. Norton, 2013), A Therapist’s Guide to EMDR (W.W. Norton, 2007), Rewiring the Addicted Brain with EMDR-Based Treatment (W.W. Norton, 2020), and Tapping In (Sounds True. 2008). Dr. Parnell has served on the faculty of the California Institute for Integral Studies and John F. Kennedy University. Considered a master clinician, Dr. Parnell brings a client-centered attachment-focused approach to the work and emphasizes the importance of a compassionate, safe, therapeutic relationship. She sees the adaptation of protocols and procedures according to the psychological, emotional, cultural, and developmental needs of the individual client as essential. Dr. Parnell is informed by research in contemporary neuroscience and uses a holistic approach to healing trauma that focuses on the integration of body, mind, and spirit. DR. TAMMY WANTS TO ANSWER YOUR QUESTIONS about Sex, Love & Relationship and help you with your Trouble with Sex. Send your questions to drtammy@thetroublewithsex.com. INTERESTED IN BECOMING A CERTIFIED SEX THERAPIST? Learn more about love, marriage, infidelity, monogamy and how to redefine your commitment to each other in Dr. Tammy's TEDX talk - The New Monogamy. Instagram @thetroublewithsex and doctor_tammynelson | |||
| Deconstructing Purity Culture | 17 Oct 2025 | 01:02:22 | |
Dr. Tammy has a deeply personal conversation with psychologist and sex therapist Dr. Andreya Jones who shares her story of growing up in a cult-like religious community shaped by Christian purity culture — a movement that’s left lasting impressions on how many women understand their bodies, sexuality, and sense of self. Andreya offers insight, hope, and a path forward for anyone who’s been burdened by shame and is ready to reclaim their pleasure, their power, and redefine their life. OUR GUEST Dr. Andreya Jones grew up in Papua New Guinea and Senegal, West Africa. She began her career in psychology as a case manager who worked with sexually abused children. After obtaining her master's degree in social work, she worked with troubled teens and their families, before entering the world of private practice. Andreya has a doctorate in clinical sexology, is a licensed clinical social worker, and is an AASECT certified sex therapist, who owns a private practice in Pennsylvania. Andreya is also the author of Deconstructing Purity Culture To Embrace Sexual Pleasure. Her book addresses how women from controlled religious communities often report difficulty with religious sexual shame and how its teachings have affected the sexuality and pleasure of generations of women sexual desire, pain during sex, and sexual dysfunction. “Deconstructing Purity Culture” provides guidance and tools needed to identify and evaluate the messages women received about sex, pleasure, and their roles as women so they can decide which beliefs they would like to preserve and which they would like to change or discard as they move forward in their lives. DR. TAMMY WANTS TO ANSWER YOUR QUESTIONS about Sex, Love & Relationship and help you with your Trouble with Sex. Send your questions to drtammy@thetroublewithsex.com. INTERESTED IN BECOMING A CERTIFIED SEX THERAPIST? Learn more about love, marriage, infidelity, monogamy and how to redefine your commitment to each other in Dr. Tammy's TEDX talk - The New Monogamy. Instagram @thetroublewithsex and doctor_tammynelson | |||
| The Healing Power of Fantasy | 03 Oct 2025 | 01:05:04 | |
Join Dr. Tammy as she talks with LA based Dominatrix, Ashley Randall, aka Irreverent Femme, about the therapeutic benefits of erotic exploration, and how she uses BDSM, kink and fantasy to help her clients overcome shame, face their fears, and build greater trust, intimacy and pleasure into their relationships. OUR GUEST Ashley Randall, aka Irreverent Femme, is an LA based, certified Sex, Intimacy and Kink Coach and Dominatrix based in Los Angeles, offering transformative coaching for individuals and partners seeking deeper intimacy, sexual confidence, and authentic connection. Through her practice, Irreverent Love, she helps clients through embracing parts of themselves often considered taboo—creating space where they feel seen, accepted, and sexy. Her work removes shame and stigma, particularly around BDSM, kink, and non-traditional relationship structures, empowering people to lead richer lives, relationships, and sex. She offers experiential coaching that guides individuals and partners through the emotional and practical terrain of emotional and sexual intimacy and also utilizes therapeutic BDSM. Ashley’s approach is deeply personal and focused on connection, allowing clients to explore safely and confidently. DR. TAMMY WANTS TO ANSWER YOUR QUESTIONS about Sex, Love & Relationship and help you with your Trouble with Sex. Send your questions to drtammy@thetroublewithsex.com. INTERESTED IN BECOMING A CERTIFIED SEX THERAPIST? Learn more about love, marriage, infidelity, monogamy and how to redefine your commitment to each other in Dr. Tammy's TEDX talk - The New Monogamy. Instagram @thetroublewithsex and doctor_tammynelson | |||
| Cultivating the Space Where Your Relationship Lives | 19 Sep 2025 | 00:47:40 | |
Dr. Tammy sits down with relationship therapists Mary Kay Cocharo and Evie Shafner to discuss how reactivity and anxiety kills connection and libido, and to how cultivate the space between you and your partner - because that space is where your relationship and family lives and thrives. OUR GUESTS Mary Kay Cocharo Former Employment Recruiter turned Marriage and Family Therapist, Mary Kay Cocharo specializes working with couples and families. She is certified in Imago Relationship Therapy and achieved the level of Master Practitioner in Encounter-centered Couples Transformation. She works with couples one on one, as well as hosting retreats. Mary Kay is an active member of the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapy, the Los Angeles Association of Marriage and Family Therapy, North America Imago Relationship Therapy, and Southern California Imago Therapy. Mary Kay is also an expert contributor to Your Tango and Marriage.com. Check out Mary Kay's Connect - Communicate - Create card deck, It's a fun and effective way for you and your partner to cultivate and restore the connection and passion in your relationship! Evie Shafner Clinical psychologists and relationship therapist, Evie Shafner, LMFT has been working with couples since 1979. She is a co-founder of the Los Angeles Women’s Therapy Center, and has been a trained Imago Relationship Therapist since the 1990's. She has been on the Board of Imago Relational International for the last 6 years. She believes that Imago is the best technology for healing the places in our relationships that cause disconnect. Evie is in private practice in Los Angeles, and works with couples in person and remotely. DR. TAMMY WANTS TO ANSWER YOUR QUESTIONS about Sex, Love & Relationship and help you with your Trouble with Sex. Send your questions to drtammy@thetroublewithsex.com. INTERESTED IN BECOMING A CERTIFIED SEX THERAPIST? Learn more about love, marriage, infidelity, monogamy and how to redefine your commitment to each other in Dr. Tammy's TEDX talk - The New Monogamy. Instagram @thetroublewithsex and doctor_tammynelson | |||
| RE-RELEASE: Could Open Monogamy Work for You & Your Partner? | 29 Aug 2025 | 00:32:53 | |
HAPPY END of SUMMER! We'll be back in September with all new episodes. In the meantime, please enjoy Dr. Tammy's introduction to Open Monogamy, and continue to explore what's important to you and those you choose to love. The idea of monogamy and marriage are no longer simple concepts. Can you have a loving, trusting relationship while exploring new direction as a couple? In this episode, Dr. Tammy introduces the concept of Open Monogamy by answering listener questions and talking with a couple first-hand about what open monogamy means to them and how they successfully began redefining their traditional relationship over ten years ago! THE TROUBLE WITH SEX RESOURCES, REFERENCES & INFO · To read more about how to improve your sex life, check out Dr. Tammy's Getting the Sex You Want: Shed Your Inhibitions and Reach New Heights of Passion Together. · Learn more about love, marriage, monogamy and how to redefine your commitment to each other in Dr. Tammy's TEDX talk - The New Monogamy - or her book by the same name. · Want more Dr. Tammy? Read: The New Monogamy, When You're the One Who Cheats. Instagram @thetroublewithsex and doctor_tammynelson | |||
| RE-RELEASE: Tell Me About the Last Time You Had Sex | 31 Jul 2025 | 00:34:23 | |
Do you know your sex script? We all have subconscious stories we tell ourselves when it comes to love. In this episode, Dr. Tammy talks with acclaimed therapist and New York Times Best Selling author, Dr. Ian Kerner, about his latest book, and how we can reframe our stories to improve our relationships and our sex lives. THE TROUBLE WITH SEX RESOURCES, REFERENCES & INFO IF YOU'RE CONSIDERING OPENING YOUR RELATIONSHIP, CHECK OUT DR. TAMMY'S BOOK - OPEN MONOGAMY! · To read more about how to improve your sex life, check out Dr. Tammy's Getting the Sex You Want: Shed Your Inhibitions and Reach New Heights of Passion Together. · Learn more about love, marriage, monogamy and how to redefine your commitment to each other in Dr. Tammy's TEDX talk - The New Monogamy - or her book by the same name. · Want more Dr. Tammy? Read: The New Monogamy, Instagram @thetroublewithsex and doctor_tammynelson | |||
| RE-RELEASE: Understanding Adult ADHD to Improve Your Relationship & Sex Life | 04 Jul 2025 | 00:49:15 | |
Dr. Tammy and Dr. Ari Tuckman get personal as they dive into the minds of people with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, and how couples often struggle, yet can overcome their differences, when ADHD complicates their partnership and intimacy. GUEST BIO: INTERESTED IN BECOMING A CERTIFIED SEX THERAPIST? Learn more about love, marriage, infidelity, monogamy and how to redefine your commitment to each other in Dr. Tammy's TEDX talk - The New Monogamy. Instagram @thetroublewithsex and doctor_tammynelson | |||
| How Anxiety Affects You & Your Relationships | 20 Jun 2025 | 00:53:27 | |
Dr. Tammy explores the rise of anxiety in our post-pandemic, politically charged, social media driven world, and its impact on our closest relationships. Learn tools to reconnect with yourself and your partner, communicate better, and find calm amid the chaos. DR. TAMMY WANTS TO ANSWER YOUR QUESTIONS about Sex, Love & Relationship and help you with your Trouble with Sex. Send your questions to drtammy@thetroublewithsex.com. INTERESTED IN BECOMING A CERTIFIED SEX THERAPIST? Learn more about love, marriage, infidelity, monogamy and how to redefine your commitment to each other in Dr. Tammy's TEDX talk - The New Monogamy. Instagram @thetroublewithsex and doctor_tammynelson | |||
| Your Body, Your Power – Navigating Menopause and Beyond | 05 Jun 2025 | 01:00:38 | |
Dr. Tammy sits down with OB/GYN, Dr. Sheryl Ross to help educate and guide women on what to expect as their bodies change through the decades, and the safe and healthy options to explore during perimenopause, menopause and through the rest of your sexy life. OUR GUEST Dr. Sherry is an OB/GYN, author, and health expert. She has been a fierce advocate for women’s health and reproductive rights for over 25 years. Her books, “She-ology: The Definitive Guide to Women’s Intimate Health. Period”, and “She-ology the She-quel - Let’s Continue the Conversation” are both award winning bestsellers in women’s health. Dr. Sherry continues the conversation with Sarah Hyland and Ellen’s Digital Network on the Critics’ Choice Real TV Awards nominated series - Lady Parts. Having received the “Top Doctor” and “Patient’s Choice” award, Dr. Sherry was also honored with The John Wayne Cancer Institute Auxiliary Angel Award for her contributions in advancing the narrative of women’s health care. In her pursuit to empower women and men to take charge of their sexual health, Dr. Sherry created Dr. Sherry Sexual Wellness products. In 2026, Dr Sherry will be launching Oneself, a multigenerational women’s intimate skincare and hormonal wellness brand. Learn more about Dr. Sherry at: https://www.drsherry.com/ Follow her on:
DR. TAMMY WANTS TO ANSWER YOUR QUESTIONS about Sex, Love & Relationship and help you with your Trouble with Sex. Send your questions to drtammy@thetroublewithsex.com. INTERESTED IN BECOMING A CERTIFIED SEX THERAPIST? Learn more about love, marriage, infidelity, monogamy and how to redefine your commitment to each other in Dr. Tammy's TEDX talk - The New Monogamy.
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| How Childhood Neglect Impacts Romantic Relationships | 22 May 2025 | 00:42:59 | |
Dr. Tammy sits down with relationship, sex and trauma therapist, Ruth Cohn, to discuss how the trauma of neglect can effect our relationships, and how we can build tools to help ourselves and loved ones heal and develop a more resilient path forward. OUR GUEST Ruth Cohn, MFT, is a psychotherapist living and practicing in the San Francisco Bay area. She specializes in working with survivors of trauma and neglect, their intimate partners, and families. She is a Certified Sex Therapist, certified in Neurofeedback, EMDR, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, and Imago Relationship Therapy. Ruth is also the author of three books and numerous articles on sexuality, trauma, and neglect. Her books include: · Out of My Mind: Late Night Contemplations About Trauma and Neglect DR. TAMMY WANTS TO ANSWER YOUR QUESTIONS about Sex, Love & Relationship and help you with your Trouble with Sex. Send your questions to drtammy@thetroublewithsex.com. INTERESTED IN BECOMING A CERTIFIED SEX THERAPIST? Learn more about love, marriage, infidelity, monogamy and how to redefine your commitment to each other in Dr. Tammy's TEDX talk - The New Monogamy. Instagram @thetroublewithsex and doctor_tammynelson | |||
| The Stigma of Sex Workers | 09 May 2025 | 00:53:37 | |
Dr. Tammy talks with sex therapist and sexual health educator Nikita Fernandes about the stigma, the struggle and the unique challenges sex workers face when it comes to caring for the emotional health of their clients as well as finding resources to care for their own mental health and well being. OUR GUEST Nikita Fernandes is a certified sex therapist and psychotherapist based in New York City. As a South Asian immigrant who is queer, neurodivergent, and poly, Nikitia lives at the intersection of various identities. Through her work as a sex therapist, educator and fellow human being, Nikita advocates for sex positivity - empowering people with marginalized identities to cultivate mindful relationships. In her practice, Nikita specializes in working with kinky individuals and polyamorous couples. She has been featured in Cosmopolitan, GQ, and Huff Post. SUPPORT RESOURCES FOR SEX WORKERS
DR. TAMMY WANTS TO ANSWER YOUR QUESTIONS about Sex, Love & Relationship and help you with your Trouble with Sex. Send your questions to drtammy@thetroublewithsex.com. INTERESTED IN BECOMING A CERTIFIED SEX THERAPIST? Learn more about love, marriage, infidelity, monogamy and how to redefine your commitment to each other in Dr. Tammy's TEDX talk - The New Monogamy. Instagram @thetroublewithsex and doctor_tammynelson | |||
| What Is Sex Addiction? | 24 Apr 2025 | 00:58:09 | |
Dr. Tammy sits down with relationship, sex and trauma psychotherapist Silva Neves about sex, porn, trauma and the difference between compulsive behaviors and addiction. OUR GUEST Silva Neves is UK based psychotherapist and an award-winning, COSRT-accredited and UKCP-registered psychosexual & relationship psychotherapist, and a trauma therapist. He is a Pink Therapy Clinical Associate, and a member of the editorial board for the leading international journal Sexual and Relationship Therapy. Silva is an international speaker and author of two award winning books: Compulsive Sexual Behaviours, A Psycho-Sexual Treatment Guide for Clinicians, AND Sexology: The Basics. He is the co-edited two textbooks with Dominic Davies: Erotically Queer and Relationally Queer. Find out more about Silva and follow him at:
DR. TAMMY WANTS TO ANSWER YOUR QUESTIONS about Sex, Love & Relationship and help you with your Trouble with Sex. Send your questions to drtammy@thetroublewithsex.com. INTERESTED IN BECOMING A CERTIFIED SEX THERAPIST? Learn more about love, marriage, infidelity, monogamy and how to redefine your commitment to each other in Dr. Tammy's TEDX talk - The New Monogamy. Instagram @thetroublewithsex and doctor_tammynelson | |||
| Skirt Club: Empowering Women Through Pleasure | 04 Apr 2025 | 00:45:01 | |
Dr. Tammy talks with Skirt Club founder Genevieve LeJeune about how women all over the world have found a community to explore female sexuality and pleasure - helping to empower them in all aspects of their lives. OUR GUEST Genevieve LeJeune is the founder of Skirt Club, a private members club for bi-curious & bisexual women. With more than 25,000 members globally, Genevieve is going to share how she believes women are more interested in each other than ever. Born in England and raised in Hong Kong, Genevieve has lived in many of the world’s major cities. Her career has spanned financial marketing, sales, branding and journalism, but ten years ago she left the corporate world behind, to pursue a vision of advancing women’s sexual confidence. Genevieve was the first to curate luxurious global events where women can put their own desires first and gain confidence in bedroom, and then bring that confidence into the boardroom. DR. TAMMY WANTS TO ANSWER YOUR QUESTIONS about Sex, Love & Relationship and help you with your Trouble with Sex. Send your questions to drtammy@thetroublewithsex.com. INTERESTED IN BECOMING A CERTIFIED SEX THERAPIST? Learn more about love, marriage, infidelity, monogamy and how to redefine your commitment to each other in Dr. Tammy's TEDX talk - The New Monogamy. Instagram @thetroublewithsex and doctor_tammynelson | |||
| Healing from a Narcissistic Relationship | 20 Mar 2025 | 00:49:58 | |
Narcissism has been a huge buzzword the last several years. Join Dr. Tammy as she talks with expert psychologist, Dr. Ramani Durvasula, about what narcissism really is, how to deal with being in a relationship with a narcissist, when to leave, and how to heal. OUR GUEST Dr. Ramani Durvaslua is a licensed clinical psychologist in Los Angeles, a Professor Emerita of Psychology at California State University, Los Angeles. She is also the Founder and CEO of LUNA Education, Training & Consulting. Dr. Ramani is an author of several books including Should I Stay or Should I Go: Surviving A Relationship with a Narcissist, and “Don’t You Know Who I Am?”: How to Stay Sane in an Era of Narcissism, Entitlement, and Incivility. Her cutting edge work around narcissism, and has been featured at SXSW, TEDx, Red Table Talk, the Today Show, and Investigation Discovery. Dr. Ramani's Youtube channel has accumulated millions of views, and she recently launched a podcast, Navigating Narcissism with Dr. Ramani –focusing on narcissism and its impact on relationships. DR. TAMMY WANTS TO ANSWER YOUR QUESTIONS about Sex, Love & Relationship and help you with your Trouble with Sex. Send your questions to drtammy@thetroublewithsex.com. INTERESTED IN BECOMING A CERTIFIED SEX THERAPIST? Learn more about love, marriage, infidelity, monogamy and how to redefine your commitment to each other in Dr. Tammy's TEDX talk - The New Monogamy. Instagram @thetroublewithsex and doctor_tammynelson | |||
| RE-RELEASE: Can You Really Be Addicted To Sex & Porn? | 28 Feb 2025 | 00:41:00 | |
Dr. Tammy and Dr. Marty Klein explore the controversy around the concept of sex addiction as they dive into pornography, relationships, expectations and the complexity of human sexuality. GUEST BIO · To read more about how to improve your sex life, check out Dr. Tammy's Getting the Sex You Want: Shed Your Inhibitions and Reach New Heights of Passion Together. · Learn more about love, marriage, monogamy and how to redefine your commitment to each other in Dr. Tammy's TEDX talk - The New Monogamy - or her book by the same name. · Want more Dr. Tammy? Read: The New Monogamy, When You're the One Who Cheats. Instagram @thetroublewithsex and doctor_tammynelson | |||
| Open Deeply | 14 Feb 2025 | 00:37:49 | |
Dr. Tammy talks with therapist and author, Kate Loree about building conscious, compassionate open relationships, and healing yourself in the process. OUR GUEST Kate Loree, LMFT, is a sex-positive licensed marriage and family therapist with a specialty in non-monogamous, kink, LGBTQ, and sex worker communities and the author of Open Deeply: A Guide to Building Conscious, Compassionate Open Relationships. In addition to her master’s in marriage and family therapy, she also has an MBA and is a registered art therapist (ATR). She is an EDSE certified sex educator and an EMDR certified therapist with additional training in the Trauma Resiliency Model (TRM) for the treatment of trauma. Kate cohosts her own sex-positive podcast, Open Deeply, with Sunny Megatron. DR. TAMMY WANTS TO ANSWER YOUR QUESTIONS about Sex, Love & Relationship and help you with your Trouble with Sex. Send your questions to drtammy@thetroublewithsex.com. INTERESTED IN BECOMING A CERTIFIED SEX THERAPIST? Learn more about love, marriage, infidelity, monogamy and how to redefine your commitment to each other in Dr. Tammy's TEDX talk - The New Monogamy. Instagram @thetroublewithsex and doctor_tammynelson | |||
| Women, Media & Intimacy Justice | 30 Jan 2025 | 00:48:48 | |
Dr. Tammy has a fascinating and troubling discussion with expert and advocate Jackie Rotman about digital censorship and how the sexual health and pleasure of women, and genders other than male, continue to be discriminated against on social media and other advertising platforms - And why it matters. Jackie holds an MBA from Stanford Graduate School of Business, an MPA from Harvard Kennedy School, and BA in Public Policy from Stanford. She speaks around the world on topics including digital censorship of sexual and reproductive rights, and other issues at the intersections of sexuality and technology. She regularly briefs US Senators, state Attorneys General, and other technology and human rights leaders on the findings of CIJ’s investigations. Jackie’s 2019 investigative op-ed “Vaginas Deserve Giant Ads, Too,” was published in the New York Times Opinion. She has also written creative nonfiction for Boston Globe Magazine. INTERESTED IN BECOMING A CERTIFIED SEX THERAPIST? Learn more about love, marriage, infidelity, monogamy and how to redefine your commitment to each other in Dr. Tammy's TEDX talk - The New Monogamy Instagram @thetroublewithsex and doctor_tammynelson | |||
| Gabor Maté on Sex, Relationships & Trauma | 17 Jan 2025 | 01:10:50 | |
Amid the devastating LA fires, Dr. Tammy talks with the esteemed Dr. Gabor Maté about how our childhood wounding impacts our families, relationships, and our sex lives. INTERESTED IN BECOMING A CERTIFIED SEX THERAPIST? Learn more about love, marriage, infidelity, monogamy and how to redefine your commitment to each other in Dr. Tammy's TEDX talk - The New Monogamy Instagram @thetroublewithsex and doctor_tammynelson Instagram @thetroublewithsex and doctor_tammynelson | |||
| Spirituality, Relationships & Sacred Sex | 09 Jan 2025 | 00:35:34 | |
What happens when a sex therapist and a rabbi fall in love?... Dr. Tammy talks with Sylvia Rosenfeld and Terry Bookman about how they found love later in life, spiritual connection, and how to move past the shame around sex that some religions teach so you can deepen your relationship and enjoy the sex you deserve at any age. DR. TAMMY WANTS TO ANSWER YOUR QUESTIONS about Sex, Love & Relationship and help you with your Trouble with Sex. Send your questions to drtammy@thetroublewithsex.com. Sylvia Rosenfeld, LCSW is an Imago trained, AASECT certified Sex Therapist and supervisor and has been a couples and relationship therapist for 40 years. She has trained with Dr. Harville Hendrix as well as the late Dr. Helen Singer Kaplan at the Human Sexuality Program of New York Hospital-Cornell Medical Center. Sylvia also trained with Dr. Pat Love to present and teach the Hot Monogamy Program. Sylvia has expanded her practice to include Ketamine Assisted Couples Therapy and retreats, and together, she and Jayne are working with people to help them go deeper both personally and in their relationships. Terry Bookman is a respected and nationally known Jewish leader, author, educator, coach, and the co-founder of Eitzah: The Center for Personal and Community Transformation. Through his teaching, writing, and coaching, Terry has reached thousands of rabbis and community leaders both nationally and internationally. Bookman holds a Doctor of Divinity as well as numerous academic degrees and distinctions. He was voted one of the “Top Pulpit Rabbis in America” by Newsweek Magazine.
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| Setting Boundaries That Stick | 19 Dec 2024 | 00:36:16 | |
Dr. Tammy talks with Juliane Taylor Shore about how setting boundaries can change your neurobiology to help you rewire your brain to feel safe, connected, and empowered in your relationships. DR. TAMMY WANTS TO ANSWER YOUR QUESTIONS about Sex, Love & Relationship and help you with your Trouble with Sex. Send your questions to drtammy@thetroublewithsex.com. Juliane is the author of Setting Boundaries that Stick: How Neurobiology Can Help You Rewire Your Brain to Feel Safe, Connected and Empowered. INTERESTED IN BECOMING A CERTIFIED SEX THERAPIST? · Learn more about love, marriage, infidelity, monogamy and how to redefine your commitment to each other in Dr. Tammy's TEDX talk - The New Monogamy Instagram @thetroublewithsex and doctor_tammynelson | |||
| Love Every Day | 05 Dec 2024 | 00:51:03 | |
Dr. Tammy sits down with the brilliant Dr. Alexandra H. Solomon to talk about becoming an empty nester, the intersection between ambition and intimacy, relationship superpowers, sex, and her latest book Love Every Day: 365 Relational Self-Awareness Practices to Help Your Relationship Heal, Grow, and Thrive. DR. TAMMY WANTS TO ANSWER YOUR QUESTIONS about Sex, Love & Relationship and help you with your Trouble with Sex. Send your questions to drtammy@thetroublewithsex.com. Dr. Alexandra is on faculty in the School of Education and Social Policy at Northwestern University where she teaches the internationally renowned course, Building Loving and Lasting Relationships: Marriage 101. In addition to writing articles and chapters for leading academic journals and books in the field of marriage and family, she is the author of two bestselling books, Loving Bravely and Taking Sexy Back. Dr. Solomon regularly presents to diverse groups that include the United States Military Academy at West Point and Microsoft, and she is frequently asked to talk about relationships with media outlets like The Today Show, O Magazine, The Atlantic, Vogue, and Scientific American. · Learn more about love, marriage, infidelity, monogamy and how to redefine your commitment to each other in Dr. Tammy's TEDX talk - The New Monogamy Instagram @thetroublewithsex and doctor_tammynelson | |||
| Ketamine as a Tool in Couples Therapy | 23 Nov 2024 | 00:50:56 | |
Dr. Tammy talks with relationship therapists and KAP Practitioners, Jayne Gumpel and Sylvia Rosenfeld about Ketamine Assisted Couples Therapy as a tool for couples to help break through barriers, foster connection, and see their issues in a new light. Sylvia Rosenfeld, LCSW is an Imago trained, AASECT certified Sex Therapist and supervisor. She has trained with Dr. Harville Hendrix (also a mentor of mine who we had he and his wife on the show), as well as the late Dr. Helen Singer Kaplan at the Human Sexuality Program of New York Hospital-Cornell Medical Center. Sylvia also trained with Dr. Pat Love to present and teach the Hot Monogamy Program. Sylvia has expanded her practice to include Ketamine Assisted Couples Therapy and retreats, and together, she and Jayne are working with people to help them go deeper both personally and in their relationships. INTERESTED IN BECOMING A CERTIFIED SEX THERAPIST? · Learn more about love, marriage, infidelity, monogamy and how to redefine your commitment to each other in Dr. Tammy's TEDX talk - The New Monogamy Instagram @thetroublewithsex and doctor_tammynelson | |||
| The Cuddlist & Human Connection Coach | 08 Nov 2024 | 00:45:03 | |
Dr. Tammy talks with Cuddlist and Human Connection Coach Michelle Renee about how cuddle therapy and surrogate partner therapy can help people struggling with intimacy become more comfortable in their bodies, learn to regulate their nervous systems, and begin to enjoy the pleasure and connection they deserve. INTERESTED IN BECOMING A CERTIFIED SEX THERAPIST? · Learn more about love, marriage, infidelity, monogamy and how to redefine your commitment to each other in Dr. Tammy's TEDX talk - The New Monogamy Instagram @thetroublewithsex and doctor_tammynelson | |||
| Attachment Theory & Being Polywise | 24 Oct 2024 | 00:34:21 | |
Dr. Tammy continues the conversations about consensual non-monogamy as she talks with therapist and author Jessica Fern about translating the principles of attachment theory to non-monogamous and open relationships. INTERESTED IN BECOMING A CERTIFIED SEX THERAPIST? · Learn more about love, marriage, infidelity, monogamy and how to redefine your commitment to each other in Dr. Tammy's TEDX talk - The New Monogamy
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| Summing It Up: The Monogamy Continuum | 03 Oct 2024 | 00:22:14 | |
As our special series on Open Monogamy comes to a close, Dr. Tammy looks back on the relationships, sex lives and experiences of our brave guests, summarizing where they land on the Monogamy Continuum. Take the Quiz and find out where are you fall! WHERE DO YOU FALL ON THE MONOGAMY CONTINUUM? Listen to the Series and Take the Quiz! Instagram @thetroublewithsex and doctor_tammynelson | |||
| Three's Company: Life as a Throuple | 19 Sep 2024 | 00:45:32 | |
Dr. Tammy talks with Rachael, Kasey and Aaron about their life together in a monogamous triad. Hear why they chose this path, and how they keep their relationship peaceful, balanced and thriving. WHERE DO YOU FALL ON THE MONOGAMY CONTINUUM? Listen to the Series and Take the Quiz! Instagram @thetroublewithsex and doctor_tammynelson | |||
| The Poly Anarchist | 06 Sep 2024 | 00:53:25 | |
Dr. Tammy talks with Sergio about practicing polyamory with an anarchist structure. Find out how he balances his eight different partners and his very busy calendar! WHERE DO YOU FALL ON THE MONOGAMY CONTINUUM? Listen to the Series and Take the Quiz! Instagram @thetroublewithsex and doctor_tammynelson Instagram @thetroublewithsex and doctor_tammynelson | |||